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Arts Connected iPad Challenge 2

From cradle to grave we are a society focused on money. Banks are one of the artifacts that reflect that notion.

Artistic banks represent cultural aspects of the societies they come from. Look closely at these banks. What religious, cultural, patriotic, personage, technological, etc. themes can you see? Why have banks played such a strong role in our culture? What role might have the protestant work ethic played? What about our capitalistic economy? Benjamin Franklin's saying - A penny saved is a penny earned?

Katherine Kierland Herberger Collection of Banks

Observe the wide variety of banks in this video. Consider their cultural significance during the time they were made. I hope this final burst of banks gives you inspiration to start creating a Collector's Set of your own!